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RCW 7.75.010 Legislative findings and intent.
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(1) The legislature finds and declares that: (a) The resolution of many disputes can be costly and complex in a judicial setting where the parties involved are necessarily in an adversary posture and subject to formalized procedures; and (b) Alternative dispute resolution centers…
RCW 7.75.020 Dispute resolution center—Creation—Plan—Approval by county or municipality.
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(1) A dispute resolution center may be created and operated by a municipality, county, or by a corporation organized exclusively for the resolution of disputes or for charitable or educational purposes. The corporation shall not be organized for profit, and no part of the net ear…
RCW 7.75.030 Services to be provided without charge or for fee based on ability to pay.
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A dispute resolution center established under this chapter shall provide dispute resolution services either without charge to the participants or for a fee which is based on the participant's ability to pay. [ 1984 c 258 s 503.] Notes: Court Improvement Act of 1984—Effective date…
RCW 7.75.035 Surcharge by county legislative authority.
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(1) A county legislative authority may impose a surcharge of up to ten dollars on each civil filing fee in district court and a surcharge of up to fifteen dollars on each filing fee for small claims actions for the purpose of funding dispute resolution centers established under t…